Peer Support Specialist I

Location: Visalia, CA

Position Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt

Salary Range: $20.00 - $21.22 per hour

Position Overview: Kings View is seeking a Peer Support Specialist I - CARE to support the CARE Court program. This role provides community-based support to individuals experiencing severe mental health and substance use challenges, helping connect them to treatment, recovery, and essential services. Under the supervision of the Clinical Program Manager, this position provides direct peer support, advocacy, and recovery-oriented services while helping individuals navigate systems of care and improve overall wellness.

Key Responsibilities: Peer Support & Advocacy:

• Provide direct advocacy, emotional support, and mentoring using lived experience
• Facilitate peer support groups and recovery-oriented activities
• Assist in developing consumer-driven wellness and recovery plans
• Promote engagement and recovery through strength-based approaches
• Care Coordination & Resource Linkage:
• Connect individuals to community resources and wraparound services
• Support individuals in accessing behavioral health and social services
• Assist with transp ortation as approved by supervisor
• Participate in outreach and community engagement activities
• Documentation & Compliance:
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in SmartCare EHR system
• Ensure compliance with agency, HIPAA, COA, CCBHC, and CalAIM standards
• Complete documentation within required timeframes
• Team Collaboration:
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and continuing education
• Collaborate with community partners and ser vice providers
• Crisis Awareness & Safety:
• Utilize de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention skills
• Respond appropriately to high-risk situations
• Follow protocols and consult with supervisors when needed

Required Experience: Experience working with the public Lived experience as a consumer or family member (if required by program)

Required Skills: Strong communication and compassionate listening skillsAbility to de-escalate crisis situations Strong documentation and data entry skillsAbility to work independently and as part of a team

Additional Requirements: Must meet insurability requirements if applicable Must be authorized to work in the United States

Work Environment: This role involves community-based work, including travel to homes and service locations. The position may involve exposure to individuals experiencing behavioral health crises and requires flexibility, resilience, and professionalism.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Kings View is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA Statement: Reasonable accommodations will be provided in accordance with applicable laws. We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.